Background A tech refresh is the planned process of replacing or upgrading aging hardware and software to maintain or improve performance, security, and supportability of mission-critical systems. It’s often driven by certain components reaching end of life (EOL) or end of support (EOS) status. The Challenge One of our customers came to us as they […]
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Background Steatite was asked to develop a custom integrated rack for Air Traffic Control (ATC) equipment to be used at military airfields around the world. The solution was part of a larger project including control tower equipment, radar displays, communication systems and navigation aids. The Challenge The project was particularly technically challenging due to its
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Background Certain military applications require low-magnetic hardware to maintain operational security and safety. By minimising magnetic signatures, these systems avoid detection by magnetic anomaly sensors, prevent accidental detonation of magnetic-influence mines, and reduce electromagnetic interference with onboard navigation and communication systems. The Challenge Our customer required rugged, highly reliable, low-mag computers for a maritime defence
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Memory technology is one of the critical pillars enabling system performance, efficiency, and scalability. For nearly a decade, DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) SDRAM has been the industry standard for system memory, delivering steady improvements in speed and power efficiency over its predecessor. However, with the emergence and growing adoption of DDR5, it’s clear that
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As digital adoption increases, we see a growing interest in technologies originally developed for high-stakes military environments. Among these, military-grade computing stands out for its robustness, reliability, and ability to operate under extreme conditions. But while its roots lie in defence applications, military-grade computers are increasingly relevant across a wide range of commercial industries. Understanding
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In computing applications, the choice of operating system (OS) is a critical decision that impacts reliability, security, cost, and long-term maintainability. For engineers specifying computing hardware, Windows and Linux remain the dominant choices. Each brings a distinct set of capabilities and trade-offs that make them more or less suitable for specific use cases. This article
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A tech refresh is the planned process of replacing or upgrading aging hardware and software to maintain or improve performance, security, and supportability of mission-critical systems. The concept is especially important in sectors where reliability, longevity, and regulatory compliance often make it difficult to keep up with cutting-edge innovation. For industries such as defence, medical,
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly redefining industrial computing. It is enabling businesses to enhance efficiency, reduce operational costs, and boost predictive accuracy.
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When selecting processors for professional, industrial, or military applications, the two major players in the market – AMD and Intel – are critical choices. Both companies offer powerful CPUs suited to a wide range of applications, including high-performance computing (HPC), AI workloads, edge computing, defence systems, and more. This guide delves into the differences between
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In the digital age, businesses and industries rely on robust computing solutions to manage critical operations. Among these solutions, rackmount computers stand out for their versatility, scalability, and ability to fit neatly into standard server racks. Whether you are operating a broadcast network, managing a server farm, or overseeing industrial control systems, rackmount computers offer
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